Stocks have extended their advance as all three of the major indices
are now sporting gains in excess of 1.0%. The Nasdaq continues to
boast the largest percentage gain, up 2.0%, helped by the likes of
Microsoft (MSFT 29.36, +1.12) and Intel (INTC 22.69, +0.64).
All ten of the major economic sectors are trading in the green, seven of which are up at least 1.0%.
Treasurys have regained some buying interest. The 10-year note is up 7 ticks and is now yielding 3.18%.